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AX03 VVD

2003 MG Tf

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2015
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

49,507 mi
Last recorded49,507 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2014
Typical for 2003 MG Tf46,238 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX03 VVD
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2014 49,507 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Nov 2013 45,174 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 24 Oct 2012 41,286 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 38,059 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 38,059 miles

engine overheating

Fail 16 Nov 2011 38,059 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

engine overheating

slight corrosion to rear discs

Pass 22 Jun 2010 36,119 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 35,323 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2009 35,323 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 6 Jun 2008 31,975 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

front brake pads about 90% worn. front brake discs corroding on inner faces.

Pass 4 Jun 2007 26,785 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 21,228 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

How Reliable is the MG Tf?

Based on 475,348 MOT tests across 28,732 vehicles.

72.8%
Pass Rate
2,413
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
28,732
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 17,890
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,830
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 17,226
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 11,638
parking brake recording little or no effort 9,951
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AX03 VVD is a 2003 MG Tf in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2003 MG Tf models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 46,238 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Tf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 17,890 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AX03 VVD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Tf typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this MG Tf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AX03 VVD registered?

AX03 VVD is a 2003 MG Tf, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is AX03 VVD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX03 VVD shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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